This foil version of Unearthly Blizzard (#196) from the 2004 Champions of Kamigawa set is a sought-after arcane sorcery for Magic: The Gathering collectors and set completists.
Unearthly Blizzard
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • Champions of Kamigawa
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Released in 2004 as part of the Champions of Kamigawa expansion, Unearthly Blizzard (card number 196) is a red arcane sorcery that allows players to prevent up to three target creatures from blocking during their current turn. Designed by Joel Thomas, this foil treatment adds a distinctive shimmer to the card, making it a visual standout within the CHK set for builders and completists. The card's mana cost of {2}{R} positions it as a versatile removal option in red-based strategies, reflecting the aggressive and disruptive themes prevalent in Kamigawa-era Magic: The Gathering gameplay. Collectors often seek out this foil variant to complete their CHK checklists or to add a high-quality piece to their vintage MTG library. The foil finish enhances the card's presence in collections, appealing to those who value both the mechanical utility of the arcane subtype and the aesthetic appeal of early 2000s foil prints. As a numbered component of the 196-card set, Unearthly Blizzard represents a tangible piece of Magic's transition into the mid-2000s design philosophy. Whether you are building a competitive deck inspired by that era or simply curating a personal archive of iconic sorceries, this foil card offers a direct connection to the Champions of Kamigawa block's strategic landscape.
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Unearthly Blizzard
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Joel Thomas
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English
Foil
{2}{R}
Sorcery — Arcane
R
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Up to three target creatures can't block this turn.
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